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Image shared by Deepika Padukone. (courtesy: deepikapadukone)
New Delhi:
As the awards season rolls forward, it’s been revealed who will grace the stage as presenters at the forthcoming BAFTA Awards (British Academy of Film and Television Arts). Among the high-profile names is Deepika Padukone, a luminary from Bollywood. Deepika shared the news of her involvement on Instagram this Tuesday, expressing her feelings with the word “Gratitude.” She joins a star-studded lineup including football star David Beckham, music sensation Dua Lipa, award-winning actress Cate Blanchett, Bridgerton‘s Adjoa Andoh, Hollywood favorites Hugh Grant and Lily Collins, The Crown’s stars Emma Corrin and Gillian Anderson, actor-musician Himesh Patel and the charismatic Idris Elba.
Here’s what Deepika Padukone shared:
London’s Royal Festival Hall will play host to the 77th iteration of the British Academy Film Awards on February 18 (February 19 in India). Topping the nominations this year is Oppenheimer by Christopher Nolan, vying for awards in 13 categories. Yorgos Lanthimos’ Poor Things is also in the running with 11 nominations. And Barbie, helmed by Greta Gerwig and counted among 2023’s box office smashes, is up for 5 awards.
A fixture of the global event circuit, Deepika Padukone presented at last year’s Oscars too, introducing the live performance of RRR‘s hit song Naatu Naatu. Her words were, “An irresistibly catchy chorus, electrifying beats and killer dance moves to match have made this song a global sensation. It plays during a pivotal scene in ‘RRR’, a movie about the friendship between real-life Indian revolutionaries Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem. In addition to being sung in Telugu and illustrating the film’s anti-colonialist themes, it’s also a total banger.”
The globetrotting actress has made her mark internationally, seen unveiling the FIFA World Cup 2022 trophy with Iker Casillas and frequenting Paris Fashion Week and the Louis Vuitton 2023 Cruise Show. As a Cannes Film Festival jury member in 2022, Deepika’s profile in international cinema has been ever-growing. She’s also been spotted at the Met Gala and made an appearance at MTV EMAs back in 2016.
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FAQs About Deepika Padukone at the BAFTA
What role will Deepika Padukone have at the BAFTA Awards?
Deepika Padukone has been announced as one of the presenters at the BAFTA Awards 2024.
When will the BAFTA Awards take place?
The 77th British Academy Film Awards are scheduled to be held on February 18th in London, which will be February 19th in India.
Has Deepika Padukone previously presented at international award shows?
Yes, Deepika has presented at last year’s Academy Awards and has attended various other high-profile international events.
Is Deepika Padukone a regular at international events?
Yes, she has been a notable presence at several international events, including the Cannes Film Festival, the Met Gala, Paris Fashion Week, and more.
Conclusion
Deepika Padukone’s inclusion in the list of BAFTA Presenters not only signifies her growing international stature but also marks another milestone in the recognition of Indian talent on global platforms. As she joins the ranks of cinematic greats on February 18th, all eyes will be on Padukone as she represents Bollywood on one of the most prestigious stages in the world of film and television.
